The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

Ellen Raskin

192 pages • first pub 1978 (editions)

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When sixteen people are called together for the reading of wealthy Sam Westing's will, they are surprised to learn that the will is actually a contest in which they are all to participate. Working with partners, the potential heirs take their clue...

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Moods

mysterious 94%
adventurous 51%
funny 41%
lighthearted 32%
challenging 12%
tense 10%
emotional 7%
hopeful 5%
reflective 4%
dark 3%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 48%
medium 44%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 38% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

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